Advisory Published
Updated

REDHAT-BUG-1652194

First published: Wed Nov 21 2018(Updated: )

GNOME Keyring through 3.28.2 allows local users to retrieve login credentials via a Secret Service API call and the D-Bus interface if the keyring is unlocked, a similar issue to <a href="https://access.redhat.com/security/cve/CVE-2008-7320">CVE-2008-7320</a>. One perspective is that this occurs because available D-Bus protection mechanisms (involving the busconfig and policy XML elements) are not used. References: <a href="https://bugs.launchpad.net/ubuntu/+source/gnome-keyring/+bug/1780365">https://bugs.launchpad.net/ubuntu/+source/gnome-keyring/+bug/1780365</a>

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
GNOME Keyring<=3.28.2

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of REDHAT-BUG-1652194?

    The severity of REDHAT-BUG-1652194 is considered critical due to the potential for unauthorized access to sensitive login credentials.

  • How do I fix REDHAT-BUG-1652194?

    To fix REDHAT-BUG-1652194, ensure that GNOME Keyring is updated to a version later than 3.28.2.

  • Who is affected by REDHAT-BUG-1652194?

    Local users who have access to an unlocked GNOME Keyring 3.28.2 are affected by REDHAT-BUG-1652194.

  • What can an attacker do with REDHAT-BUG-1652194?

    An attacker can retrieve sensitive login credentials via the Secret Service API if they have access to an unlocked keyring.

  • Is there a workaround for REDHAT-BUG-1652194?

    A temporary workaround for REDHAT-BUG-1652194 is to lock the GNOME Keyring when not in use to prevent unauthorized access.

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